Get a sick note for work Contact us online! Need a sick note after seven continuous days of illness?Please contact the GP surgery as you normally would for a routine appointment as it may be necessary to arrange to discuss your request with a GP. Do I need a note saying I’m fit for work?No. You do not need to see your GP again to be ‘signed back to work’. Can I go back to work before the end date on my fit note? Can I get a fit note without seeing a healthcare professional? Taking sick leave When do I need a fit note?